Intelligent CIO Europe Issue 43 | Page 15

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Arçelik selects Nokia , and Türk Telekom in strategic deal for Turkey ’ s first 5G-ready private wireless network

An initial application will see the network deliver pervasive , reliable low-latency coverage throughout the facility to enhance Automated Guided Vehicle ( AGV ) performance . With AGVs used throughout the manufacturing process for component logistics , improved connectivity will enhance AGV speed , control and operational efficiency . Nokia and Arçelik plan further collaboration in order to develop and implement additional use cases in the mid-term .

Arçelik Global , a global leading consumer durables and electronics manufacturer , has signed a strategic business agreement with Nokia and Türk Telekom to deploy the first private wireless network in Turkey .

The industrial-grade 5G-ready private wireless network will be deployed at Arçelik ’ s Çayırovabased washing machine manufacturing facility . The future-proofed Nokia 5G-ready network will provide the platform for Arçelik to accelerate its Digital Transformation and implementation of Industry 4.0 use cases .
Utku Barış Pazar , Chief Strategy and Digital Officer , Arçelik , said : “ At Arçelik , we are committed to integrating new technologies into our business model and this deployment positions Arçelik at the forefront of manufacturing digitalisation .”
The network will support high-accuracy indoor positioning for real-time asset location tracking as well as enabling new video analytics-based applications for site safety and security . Further potential use cases include Augmented and Virtual Reality , digital twins , inventory control , safety and facility management , quality control , high-resolution video for remote inspection and facility-wide voice and video communication .

CNet Training invests in quality and maintenance with Fluke Networks

CNet Training , a global leader in providing technical education for the digital infrastructure industry , has a long-standing professional relationship with Fluke Networks , a world leader in certification , troubleshooting and installation tools for professionals who install and maintain critical network cabling infrastructures .

CNet invests in the latest Fluke Versiv testing equipment ( Fluke Networks DSX-5000 CableAnalyser , CertiFibre Pro Optical Loss Test Set and OptiFibre Pro OTDR ) alongside Fluke ’ s Gold Support , providing CNet ’ s network infrastructure learners in the UK and North America with a high-quality , professional and technical learning experience . with reduced errors and recalls , giving learners the best learning experience possible with the best equipment .
Fluke Network ’ s Gold Support Program is a comprehensive support and maintenance program , including calibrating units to factory specifications as well as 24 / 7 coverage for technical support .
Fluke and CNet have a professional relationship spanning more than 20 years . CNet is committed to delivering the highest quality technical education programs and invests in its programs by using the latest equipment Fluke has to offer . To ensure the equipment remains at its optimum performance level , CNet invests in Fluke to calibrate and test CNet ’ s equipment annually to ensure accurate measurements
CNet ’ s investment with Fluke ’ s equipment and Gold Support also ensures that learners always have a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio on equipment .
Nigel Hedges , Distributor Account Manager , Fluke Networks , said : “ CNet Training ’ s commitment to training quality people for our industry is unquestionable . Its commitment to training technicians and engineers to correctly use up-to-date installation and test equipment and to maintain that equipment on a regular cycle , to demonstrate to trainees the ongoing need for maintenance and calibration , is exemplary .”
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